Manufacturing Technician - 3rd Shift

CJK Group, Inc.•Liberty, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sheridan Liberty has an immediate opening for a 3rd Shift Manufacturing Technician. This role is crucial for keeping production flowing on their web offset printing press. The ideal candidate will be highly mechanical, comfortable with computers, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. While experience is preferred, the company is willing to train the right person. This is a full-time position with competitive pay, a shift differential, and overtime opportunities. The schedule is Sunday-Thursday, 11:00 P.M. - 7:00 A.M., with occasional mandatory overtime.

Requirements

High mechanical aptitude and strong familiarity with computers are required.
Ability to troubleshoot, adjust auto-splicers, and follow detailed job specifications.
Sharp eye for inspecting paper quality and the physical stamina to handle large rolls during overnight hours.

Nice To Haves

Previous manufacturing or printing experience is preferred (especially with web offset presses and auto-splicers).
Certification or experience operating mechanical trucks or lift trucks.

Responsibilities

Load large paper rolls onto the automatic splicing unit, insert the splicer shaft, and secure holding chucks.
Check rolls for blemishes or tears, cut away damaged areas with a knife, and apply adhesive strips to backup rolls.
Manage the auto-splicer and make critical adjustments to ensure continuous, uninterrupted press operation.
Thread paper through complex press components following exact job specifications.
Safely operate a mechanical truck to move heavy paper rolls to the press area as needed.
Keep the press and components in pristine working order, and prepare flat stock for sheet-fed presses.